Aberdeen Corporate Services Limited is seeking an Index Data Management SME Analyst in Edinburgh. In this permanent role within the Public Market Operations team, you will be responsible for managing benchmark and index data, resolving complex queries, and supporting front-office teams with data analysis. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in asset management and a deep understanding of index construction. Notable benefits include competitive pay, 40 days of leave, and a 16% employer pension contribution.
03/06/2026
Full time
Aberdeen Corporate Services Limited is seeking an Index Data Management SME Analyst in Edinburgh. In this permanent role within the Public Market Operations team, you will be responsible for managing benchmark and index data, resolving complex queries, and supporting front-office teams with data analysis. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in asset management and a deep understanding of index construction. Notable benefits include competitive pay, 40 days of leave, and a 16% employer pension contribution.
Job Position: Index Data Management SME Analyst - Edinburgh, a permanent role within Aberdeen's Public Market Operations team. Aberdeen's Public Market Operations team powers investment management by delivering high quality operational and data services that underpin front office decision making, fund valuation and performance reporting. About the Role As an Index Data Management SME Analyst you act as subject matter expert for benchmark and index data across Aberdeen, owning complex index related queries, supporting front office teams and ensuring benchmark data is accurate, timely and fit for purpose. Key Responsibilities Act as subject matter expert for index and benchmark data across the firm. Analyse, validate and resolve complex index data issues and valuation queries. Work closely with index vendors such as MSCI, FTSE, S&P and FactSet to investigate data challenges. Support front office, performance and fund teams with benchmark related analysis. Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within index data processes. Candidate Profile Proven experience working with index or benchmark data within an asset management environment. Strong understanding of index construction, maintenance and blended benchmarks. Experience using vendor platforms such as FactSet and working with downstream systems. Analytical mindset, confident to question data and challenge root causes. Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships. Benefits The role offers competitive remuneration, 40 days' annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, discretionary performance based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and flexible benefits such as gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. Diversity and Inclusion Aberdeen is a Disability Confident and Committed employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
03/06/2026
Full time
Job Position: Index Data Management SME Analyst - Edinburgh, a permanent role within Aberdeen's Public Market Operations team. Aberdeen's Public Market Operations team powers investment management by delivering high quality operational and data services that underpin front office decision making, fund valuation and performance reporting. About the Role As an Index Data Management SME Analyst you act as subject matter expert for benchmark and index data across Aberdeen, owning complex index related queries, supporting front office teams and ensuring benchmark data is accurate, timely and fit for purpose. Key Responsibilities Act as subject matter expert for index and benchmark data across the firm. Analyse, validate and resolve complex index data issues and valuation queries. Work closely with index vendors such as MSCI, FTSE, S&P and FactSet to investigate data challenges. Support front office, performance and fund teams with benchmark related analysis. Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within index data processes. Candidate Profile Proven experience working with index or benchmark data within an asset management environment. Strong understanding of index construction, maintenance and blended benchmarks. Experience using vendor platforms such as FactSet and working with downstream systems. Analytical mindset, confident to question data and challenge root causes. Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships. Benefits The role offers competitive remuneration, 40 days' annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, discretionary performance based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and flexible benefits such as gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. Diversity and Inclusion Aberdeen is a Disability Confident and Committed employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.